As the Zodiac zips across gentle waves toward what is to be my liveaboard for the next seven days, Nala appears before me like a mirage. We step aboard, and the crew welcome us with refreshing wet towels and freshly squeezed tropical fruit juice before taking us on a guided tour of this truly unique craft.
Built in 2021 and handcrafted in traditional phinisi style, this gorgeous 34-meter vessel’s design is inspired by 20th-century Indonesian trading ships.
Blending traditional…

